Arms & Armour, Pre-Columbian, Asian and Ethno
By Scollard Auctions
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Jan 30, 2024
Brea, California, United States
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Auction featuring arms and armour from cultures around the world as well as ancient and pre-Columbian lots. Includes a wide variety of Chinese, Japanese and Islamic antiques. Native American jewelry, carved African pieces and much more. Come explore
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LOT 39:
Traditional Moro Barong Sword
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Sold for: $125
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125
Estimated price :
$300 - $600
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Traditional Moro Barong Sword
Philippines Archipelago, probably Mindanao, 20th century Maranao or Tausug with a wide single edged blade and sharp terminating point, silver engraved lower grip, and burl or fruit wood carved handle.
Used throughout the Philippines the Barong is a head single edged weapon popularized by the Moros or Islamized people of the southern Philippines. 23" L, blade 17" L
Ex-Collection of ethnographic art San Francisco, USA
Condition: some loss to handle and wear overall from age and use
